Ghost Festival is back and spookier than ever transforming Sydney's historic Rocks and Circular Quay precinct for four nights of spine-tingling fun, immersive experiences, and a Halloween street festival.
Kicking off last night this year's ghostly fun has built on the increasingly popular Halloween activations in The Rocks, with last year's inaugural Ghost Festival welcoming 60% more people than previous years.
After drawing over 115,000 visitors last year, Ghost Festival 2025* promises to be even ghostlier with free experiences including live music, street performances, and markets alongside themed food and drink experiences.
Festival highlights include:
- Poliakov's Haunted Woods - A ring of eerie cabins serving up freakishly delicious eats from Messina, Gong Cha, and more. At the heart, the Poliakov Vodka Main Stage will keep the crowd dancing with monster DJ sets and chilling cocktails.
- Sydney's Halloween Market - By day, a charming artisan market; by night, a fog-filled, candlelit bazaar of bubbling brews, magical trinkets, and spooky surprises.
- Ghost Cinema at Cadmans Cottage - Outdoor horror screenings under the stars with cult classics, immersive soundscapes, and live performers who might just sneak up mid-scream.
- House of Horrors Party - A multi-level haunted house turned tech-house rave with themed rooms and live DJs.
- The Crossing Lane & Reese's Ghouls Gate - Get a full SFX monster makeover and strike a pose in a 360° video booth for a chance to be crowned Sydney's best Halloween costume.
- Halloween Parade - Only on Friday at 8pm the Halloween parade, will create a truly eerie experience when darkness marches into the world of the living.
Entry to the festival is free, but some events are paid and require bookings.
If you spook easily you can get more information on what to expect by visiting Ghost in The Rocks | The Rocks
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said:
"This spooky spectacular will bring Sydney's streets alive with Halloween spirit, so whether you want family friendly fun, to party, be scared, or soak up the ghostly vibes, Ghost Festival is the place to be.
"One thing festival goers don't need for fear is their budget with plenty of free activities on offer from live music to street performers and even a dark art trail, so there's endless fun to have without spending a dollar."
